This model features 6-star quality workmanship, superior materials, and outstanding performance. The Sapphire Titanium is made using a Blue Titanium finish, high grade Cobalt Alloy Steel, and uses a ball bearing tension system to reduce fricton to near zero, and assist in reducing thumb pressure required to cut any section of hair. The Blue Titanium finish allows for this shear to have long durability. This shear is solid, elegant, and a high grade shear.